Toyota divulges latest Prius' gas mileage secrets

is answering various of the questions concerning how it
was capable to constrict a few additional miles
a gallon from a automobile
that was already close to the tops of the U.S. gas mileage ratings. The
subsequently-generation Priushybrid achieves
its 10% development in gas mileage by having lighter, lesser,
more proficient motors and batteries, Toyota disclosed Monday.
While the executive gas mileage statistics are yet to be released, the present
model gets 50 mpg in general.

The batteries have more power density, allowing them to be smaller and package extra effortlessly
into the compacted car. The hybrid
machinery are smaller and lighter. But the larger secret may appear more
mundane: the 1.8-liter gas engine,
which now gets 40% effectiveness. The Prius gets several other gas-saving
tricks too, such as grille
shutters that close off to provide the car improved aerodynamics and a system that enhanced recirculates waste warmth
to temperate passengers.